In the past year, several new restaurants have opened their doors, including the R&J Supper Club and Lounge, The George steakhouse, Fassler Hall and Slaughter’s Hall. The city has also become home to new hotels such as Aloft and The Ambassador.

A bill that would prevent Oklahoma cities and towns from raising the minimum wage passed the House General Government Committee on Wednesday, clearing one of the last hurdles before a vote by the full House.